The AFCON 2025 quarter-final fixtures have been largely finalized, featuring high-profile matchups such as Nigeria vs Algeria and Cameroon vs Morocco.
The quarter-final lineup for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations is nearly complete following Algeria’s dramatic 1-0 extra-time victory over DR Congo on Tuesday.
Substitute Anis Boulbina scored a decisive goal in the 119th minute in Rabat to secure the Desert Warriors’ progression.
This victory sets up a highly anticipated clash against Nigeria, who advanced earlier in the week after a dominant performance against Mozambique.
Seven of the eight quarter-finalists are now confirmed, with Senegal, Mali, hosts Morocco, Cameroon, Egypt, Nigeria, and Algeria all securing their spots.
The final place in the bracket will be determined by the ongoing match between Côte d’Ivoire and Burkina Faso.
Early reports indicate the defending champion Elephants are leading 2-0 in the first half, thanks to goals from Amad Diallo and Yan Diomande.
The confirmed fixtures are set to begin on Friday, January 9, featuring a double-header.
Mali will face Senegal in Tangier at 5pm WAT, followed by a blockbuster encounter between Cameroon and tournament hosts Morocco in Rabat at 9pm WAT.
These matchups bring together some of the continent’s most successful footballing nations in a bid for a place in the semi-finals.
On Saturday, January 10, the action shifts to Agadir and Marrakech. Nigeria will take on Algeria at 5pm WAT at the Stade de Marrakech, while Egypt awaits the winner of the Côte d’Ivoire versus Burkina Faso tie for an 8pm WAT kickoff.
With the “quarter-final line-up… now clearer,” fans across the continent are preparing for a weekend of elite international football across Morocco’s premier venues.